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Welcome to this month’s magazine for Darlington Borough Welcome to the July edition of Darlington Together
The next event isn’t necessary one for children, but it’s one close to my heart! I’m delighted that Rockcliffe Hall will be hosting the English Senior Open again next month – an event which will see 10,000 people come to JULY Darlington over the course of three days; a wonderful boost for our hotels, shops and restaurants.You can find out more about it on page 19.
You may or may not be aware that a new refuse and recycling collection starts in October, where rubbish will be collected one week and recycling the next. We’re keen to get the message out about this to all Darlington residents, so you know how the changes will affect you and what you will be able to recycle. Please visit pages 30 and 31 to find out more.
If you’ve had a quick flick through the magazine already, you will undoubtedly notice that there’s a lot of information about what’s on during the summer holidays, which start at the end of this month. There’s always lots taking place in Darlington, and we pride ourselves on the wide range of events taking place – whether your child is interested in arts, sports, or just making new friends. Check out pages 21 to 28 to find out more, or alternatively visit www.whatsonindarlington.co.uk
Cllr Bill Dixon MBE (@billdixondton) Leader of the Council
MP’s surgeries Jenny Chapman: MP for Darlington. Walk-in surgery will be held on Friday 4 and Friday 18 July from 9:30 - 10:30am at the Constituency Office, 40a Coniscliffe Road, Darlington, DL3 7RG. E-mail: jenny.chapman.mp@parliament.uk Call: 01325 382345
Phil Wilson: MP for Sedgefield. The office is open between Monday to Friday, 9.30am - 5pm. Appointments can be arranged by calling 01325 321603 or e-mail phil.wilson.mp@parliament.uk
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